The Desmond DPC-140 Quick Release Plate 140mmfrom Desmond DPC-140 Quick Release Plate 140mmis a 140mm long, Arca-type compatible quick-release plate with a dual dovetail design to help you more properly balance a camera with a larger lens attached. It features an aluminum construction with two 1/4"-20 screws for acquiring the best possible placement for mounting your camera or lens collar. There are two safety stop screws included to prevent movement after the plate slides a certain distance and there is a 3/8"-16 thread in the center for additional mounting possibilities. An Allen key is included for convenience.

Arca-Type Compatible    Aluminum Construction    Two 1/4"-20 Screws    Two Safety Stop Screws    3/8"-16 Center Thread    Dual Dovetail Design    Includes Allen Key

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I want to put this on top of the FEISOL PB-70 Panning Base, then fasten the whole thing to a Desmond DNR-180 Nodal Rail, and use the whole thing as the upper rail for a cheap panoramic solution. Will it even work, considering thread size and overall durability?

A: Yes , if one uses the reducer bushing :https://bhpho.to/2gGw2Pp on top of the Feisol PB-70 panning base, one can mount the Desmond DAC-38 Quick Release Clamp with a 1/4"-20 inner thread below..

Q: 2. What are the three holes on the one end for? Can Peak Design Anchor Links be used in them or would they get stripped against the edges?

A: According to the manufacturer, the three unthreaded holes opposite the twin backstop flange on the Desmond DPL-115 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (115mm) have no function other than to make the lens plate a little lighter in overall weight. While not designed for this usage, depending on the length of your lens' tripod collar's base, the Peak Design AL-4 Anchor Links may be used in one of the three holes.

Q: 3. What is this made out of?

A: It is made out of Aluminum.

Q: 4. is this compatible with the small rig v-battery plate?

A: Yes, the Desmond Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release Plate (Black, 2-Pack) can mount to the bottom 1/4"-20 of the SmallRig V-Lock Battery Plate.

Q: 5. Are the holes in the back spaced 9mm apart? I'd like to mount a cheese plate there.

A: Yes, the holes on the back of the Desmond DPL-150 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (150mm) are 9mm apart.

Q: 6. What size are the three holes at the end? Are they threaded?

A: These holes are not threaded. They are .256 or a tad over 1/4

Q: 7. This plate has an ARCA-style dovetail, but it doesn't fit my ball mount. I thought that the standard for ARCA was 40mm. What ball heads do you sell that mate to this plate?

A: This will fit any arca-swiss ballhead. The most popular ballheads sold for long lenses are Arca-Swiss (brand), Really Right Stuff, Sirui, Benro, Gitzo, etc. Try removing the safety stop screws on the bottom of the plate and see if that helps you slide the plate in.

Q: 8. There are three holes at one end. What is the center-to-center measurement between the holes?

A: 10mm on center / 6mm diameter

Q: 9. Will this fit a manfrotto fluid head that's 2 inches wide?

A: The Desmond Long Quick Release Plate (250mm) is an Arca-Type compatible plate. If your Manfrotto fluid head is Arca-Type compatible it will fit.

Q: 10. Would it use on Nikon 70200 FL?

A: Yes, you can use this plate with the Nikon 70-200mm lens.